Published plays
In the in-text citation, note the Act and scene (if
appropriate). If line numbers are available, cite those in
addition. In the bibliography, treat as a book.
- In-text citation:
- Salieri describes hearing the Marriage of Figaro: "...whatever
else shall pass away, this must remain". (Amadeus, Act 2, p.
74)
- Full reference:
- Shaffer, P. (1981) Amadeus. Rev. ed. Penguin
plays. London, Penguin
- In-text citation:
- Viola’s disguise is known to the audience, so that it becomes
complicit in the deceit: "...by the very fangs of malice I swear, I
am not that I play." (Twelfth night, Act 1 scene
v, 184-185.)
- Full reference:
- Shakespeare, W. (1975) Twelfth night. The
Arden Shakespeare. London, Arden Shakespeare.
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